- Belgium’s mandatory e-invoicing regime is set to begin on 1 January 2026, requiring structured electronic invoices for B2B transactions between VAT-registered entities.
- Recognizing that some companies face technical or operational hurdles, the Federal Public Service Finance (FPS Finance) is exploring a transitional regime.
- This regime would apply to businesses that have demonstrably tried to comply—for example, by initiating system upgrades, onboarding platforms, or participating in testing—but are not yet fully ready.
- The goal is to avoid penalizing sincere efforts while maintaining momentum toward full compliance.
- The transitional regime could include temporary leniency, such as:
- Deferred penalties
- Grace periods for invoice format compliance
- Flexibility in reporting obligations
- The article emphasizes that this is not a blanket exemption—only companies that can show good faith efforts may benefit.
See also
- Deloitte
- Briefing Document & Podcast: E-Invoicing in Belgium: Scope, Regulations & Future Outlook – VATupdate
- See also
- Join the Linkedin Group on Global E-Invoicing/E-Reporting/SAF-T Developments, click HERE
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